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What ever happened to Scandium frames? -
2021-12-30 · A “scandium” frame is basically and Alu frame with some trace scandium. Alu frames themselves are not especially popular now, especially at the mid to high end where a “scandium frame ...
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Dario Pegoretti Love #3 Scandium 52cm Frame | The Pro's
About this item. Dario Pegoretti Love #3 Scandium 52cm Frame. Mechanic's Comments. - Fair condition. - Includes: Frame and rear derailleur hanger (installed). - Light to moderate wear and tear from cable rub, heel rub, chain, etc. - Frame has light to moderate scratches/scuffing.
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durability of scandium frames | Mountain Bike Reviews
2006-8-12 · Well my scandium frame never caught fire so that wasn't the problem with it, the problem a crack started in the head tube which was a flaw in probably the thickness of the wall, because it cracked at the front top of the head tube not the rear where the top tube would have been welded to it.
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What is your experience with Scandium 1911 frames? - Topic
2018-2-2 · I have the S&W 1911 Scandium Frame Commander. No problems with the pistol, carries nicely. If you do get one, remember to keep the rails greased well. I personally saw scandium framed 1911's that were not properly greased and showed excess, premature wear. Remember, the frame is still alloy, and the slide steel and grease is your friend IMHO.
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Why is Smith and Wesson the only maker of scandium
2015-7-24 · 2,293 Posts. #9 · Jul 18, 2015. Scandium is used in trace amounts in the Aluminum alloy. What S&W has is a Patent for a process on how the Scandium is incorporated during the formation of the Aluminum alloy or "how the cake is baked". Other makers may well use Scandium and a different process to "bake the cake" or make the alloy.
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Scandium vs. aluminum frame | 1911Forum
2004-10-10 · when smith says that their frames are scandium, they really mean aluminum alloy with scandium in the mix. it seems that when scandium is added to aluminum that the strength and wear resistance goes way up the chart. thats how the little 340's and 360's can handle .357 mag recoil and only weigh 12 oz. i had one for a while with crimson trace grips. it was a joy to
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Scandium frame life span - The M1911 Pistols
2009-7-29 · Three of my four Kimbers have alloy frames, and several thousand rounds later; the wear exhibited on all three is minimal (finish on the frame rails) and mirrors that of my steel framed Kimber. My S&W scandium framed Gunsite model, while functioning at 100%, has relative few rounds fired.
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How strong is scandium? | Road Bike, Cycling Forums
2006-7-26 · 18,538 Posts. #6 • Jul 20, 2006. eddie m said: Scandium alloys are about 10% stronger than other aluminum alloys used for bike frames, which is a significant improvement. Scandium frames are often ultra-light high end frames, so the resulting frame may be less strong than typical aluminum frames.
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Scandium as strong as steel? | 1911Forum
2008-7-21 · 2,162 Posts. #3 · Jun 4, 2008. Scandium is pretty strong, but not as strong as steel. It will wear slightly quicker than steel, and if using hotter ammo, the potential for battering is
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Scandium Frame Durability - Warrior Talk
2011-3-19 · Personally, the Scandium guns make me nervous. Look for my thread on Roger's PSP class with a revolver. I put close to 500 rds through my 342 in 2 days. I'm probably well north of 2000 rds through it with out a problem. Well, the frame is pretty well scuffed and dinged from near 24/7 life in my pant pocket.
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What ever happened to Scandium frames? - Singletrack ...
2021-12-30 · A “scandium” frame is basically and Alu frame with some trace scandium. Alu frames themselves are not especially popular now, especially at the mid to high end where a “scandium frame ...
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De Rosa Scandium Frameset | Road Framesets | The Odd
NEW De Rosa Scandium Frameset . Includes Frame and Fork . Size: Extra Small (49cm) Frame Material: Al-Sc Alloy (aluminium & scandium) In the late 90s while visiting the Mediterranean coastal town of Laigueglia Ugo De Rosa saw firsthand the new American trend of building tourist bikes using aluminum road bikes frames.
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Dario Pegoretti Love #3 Scandium 52cm Frame | The Pro's
About this item. Dario Pegoretti Love #3 Scandium 52cm Frame. Mechanic's Comments. - Fair condition. - Includes: Frame and rear derailleur hanger (installed). - Light to moderate wear and tear from cable rub, heel rub, chain, etc. - Frame has light to moderate scratches/scuffing.
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What is your experience with Scandium 1911 frames? - Topic
2018-2-2 · I have the S&W 1911 Scandium Frame Commander. No problems with the pistol, carries nicely. If you do get one, remember to keep the rails greased well. I personally saw scandium framed 1911's that were not properly greased and showed excess, premature wear. Remember, the frame is still alloy, and the slide steel and grease is your friend IMHO.
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Scandium Frame Durability - Warrior Talk
2011-3-19 · Personally, the Scandium guns make me nervous. Look for my thread on Roger's PSP class with a revolver. I put close to 500 rds through my 342 in 2 days. I'm probably well north of 2000 rds through it with out a problem. Well, the frame is pretty well scuffed and dinged from near 24/7 life in my pant pocket.
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What is the point of scandium ? | Singletrack Magazine
2021-3-20 · An aluminium/scandium alloy frame will be less weakened by welding than any other aluminium alloy frame. As the welds are the weakest point of any frame, this allows the manufacturers to use ...
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how do the J frames in scandium and alloy hold up to use ...
2011-3-15 · Re: how do the J frames in scandium and alloy hold up to use i have had a 340pd for a long time. my humble opinion is that it is the best concealed carry revolver that has ever been produced. by a long way. it is insanely light. its shape really doesn't "print" like a gun in your pocket. 357 is arguably the best personal defense round ever created, and they are of the
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SMITH J-FRAME "SCANDIUM" | Page 4 | Texas Gun Talk -
2019-12-28 · Scandium is a very rare, very expensive metal that is added to aluminum in very small quantities to make very strong aluminum alloy. So when you buy a Scandium gun , you're actually getting an aluminum alloy gun with a trace of scandium. Your "Scandium" frame is something like 1/400th scandium and 399/400th good marketing!
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Finish wear on Scandium 340PD | Glock Forum - GlockTalk
2011-4-30 · I don't know much about the Scandium J-frames, but have been looking for something for front pocket carry. I found a 340PD with a Crimson Trace grip that was a rental gun at a local shop. From what I can tell from a short inspection, the gun is in good mechanical condition. I spoke with...
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S&W Scandium J-frame durability with magnum loads
2020-9-23 · A friend has a new revolver, a Model 360 I think. It's a lightweight, scandium frame 5-shot .357 Magnum revolver. He wants to reload for it, and he thinks he wants to shoot large quantities of full magnum loads in it. Given the historical durability issues with K-frame S&W revolver and .357 magnum ammo, I have to wonder how these little alloy J-frames can hold up.
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Scandium Bike Frames for sale | eBay
2010 kona Hei Hei suspension frame back end. $69.34. $71.61 shipping. Orbea Scape Scandium Gr.18,5zoll nur 1kg ! TOP Zustand ! $468.39. $81.00 shipping.
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De Rosa Scandium Frameset | Road Framesets | The Odd
NEW De Rosa Scandium Frameset . Includes Frame and Fork . Size: Extra Small (49cm) Frame Material: Al-Sc Alloy (aluminium & scandium) In the late 90s while visiting the Mediterranean coastal town of Laigueglia Ugo De Rosa saw firsthand the new American trend of building tourist bikes using aluminum road bikes frames.
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Kinesis RTD Scandium Road Frameset Black
2022-1-29 · The Kinesis RTD is the ultimate Scandium, all conditions, four seasons road bike frameset. Making it ideal for British winter and summer weather. We have put everything we have learned during the last 17 years of alloy frame design and manufacture into this completely new and very advanced Scandium alloy road bike frame.
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Kinesis RTD Scandium Road Frameset White
2022-2-5 · • Frame supplied with fork, headset, seat clamp, front & rear through axle, frame ports and cable guides. • Weight: 1400g (51cm frame) The Kinesis RTD is the ultimate Scandium, all conditions, four seasons road bike frameset.
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Kinesis RTD - Scandium Road Bike Frameset - Upgrade Bikes
The Kinesis RTD is the ultimate Scandium, all conditions, four seasons road bike frameset. Making it ideal for British winter and summer weather. Features. We have put everything we have learned during the last 17 years of alloy frame design and manufacture into this completely new and very advanced Scandium alloy road bike frame.
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Scandium frame life span - The M1911 Pistols
2009-7-29 · Three of my four Kimbers have alloy frames, and several thousand rounds later; the wear exhibited on all three is minimal (finish on the frame rails) and mirrors that of my steel framed Kimber. My S&W scandium framed Gunsite model, while functioning at 100%, has relative few rounds fired.
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Scandium - Element information, properties and uses ...
The advent of new frame materials, such as carbon fibre and titanium, has somewhat lessened the popularity of scandium alloy bike frames, but many such frames are still being made today. So, that's Scandium - the element first found
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how do the J frames in scandium and alloy hold up to use ...
2011-3-15 · Re: how do the J frames in scandium and alloy hold up to use. My personal carry is a S&W 340 AirLite Sc. I've had (before Magnaporting) the barrel and shroud come loose from recoil from using factory loaded .357 Mags in 158 grains. Recoil is simply horrible. My advise is to stick with .38 Spcl loads, or SS frames. Save.
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Finish wear on Scandium 340PD | Glock Forum - GlockTalk
2011-4-30 · I don't know much about the Scandium J-frames, but have been looking for something for front pocket carry. I found a 340PD with a Crimson Trace grip that was a rental gun at a local shop. From what I can tell from a short inspection, the gun is in good mechanical condition. I spoke with...
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S&W Scandium J-frame durability with magnum loads
2020-9-23 · A friend has a new revolver, a Model 360 I think. It's a lightweight, scandium frame 5-shot .357 Magnum revolver. He wants to reload for it, and he thinks he wants to shoot large quantities of full magnum loads in it. Given the historical durability issues with K-frame S&W revolver and .357 magnum ammo, I have to wonder how these little alloy J-frames can hold up.
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